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Farewells and welcomes as council reorganizes for the new year
Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 12/08/2022 - 16:00
Original, on-the-ground reports from Santa Monica in your inbox daily, Monday-Saturday. Sue Himmelrich and Kristin McCowan both declined to run for reelection this year and the two women received a fond farewell at the Dec. 6 council meeting, including ...
Crime watch: Meth arrest

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 12/07/2022 - 23:00
Crime Watch is culled from reports provided by the Santa Monica Police Department. These are arrests only. All parties are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. On […]
Annual Polar Bear Swim Set for December 18 at the Annenberg Community Beach House

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 12/07/2022 - 23:00
Polar Bear Swim at the Annenberg Community Beach House will take place on Sunday, December 18, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. The Beach House Polar Bear Swim […]
Volunteer Registration Now Open For 2023 Homeless Count
Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 12/07/2022 - 23:00
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) has opened registration for the 2023 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count. In 2023, the Homeless Count will occur during the evening on January […]
Many kids are struggling. Is special education the answer?

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 12/07/2022 - 19:52
Schools contending with soaring student mental health needs and other challenges have been struggling to determine just how much the pandemic is to blame
SMMUSD projects a loss of 300 students in budget update

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 12/07/2022 - 19:26
Those wishing to comment virtually on the school board budget must submit an online form and those in person must turn in a request to speak.
California eyes penalties for oil companies’ big profits
Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 12/07/2022 - 16:00
California could become the first state to fine big oil companies for making too much money, a reaction to the industry’s supersized profits following a summer of record-high gas prices in the nation’s most populous state.
Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur Introduces First Two Bills on Swearing In Day

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 12/06/2022 - 23:00
Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur (D-West Hollywood) has introduced AB 3, the California Offshore Wind Energy and Jobs Act, to facilitate and expedite offshore wind energy projects necessary to combat climate
Crime watch: Bad roommate

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 12/06/2022 - 23:00
Crime Watch is culled from reports provided by the Santa Monica Police Department. These are arrests only. All parties are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. On […]
Bring Your Pooch to the City of Malibu’s Santa Paws, a Holiday Celebration for Dogs and Their Humans

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 12/06/2022 - 23:00
Join the City of Malibu for furry, holiday fun for two-legged and four-legged community members at Santa Paws, a Holiday Celebration for Dogs and Their Humans on Sunday, 11, […]
As COVID-19 Cases and Hospitalizations Rise, Boosters and Masking in Indoor Public Spaces Strongly Recommended

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 12/06/2022 - 23:00
The county’s case rate is now 185 new cases per 100,000 people, and the COVID-19 hospital admission rate is 11.9 per 100,000 people, moving the CDC community level designation from […]
Preparing for the worst

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 12/06/2022 - 21:03
The Christmas tree is up at the Loews Hotel. The ribbons are out, the holiday songs are being piped onto the Promenade. And Chanukah, Christmas and Kwanzaa are right around […]
After housing element debacle, implementation work begins

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 12/06/2022 - 20:29
Ongoing discussions about the Housing Element will continue on Dec. 7 following controversy over adoption of the rules.
Donations, and homes, needed for shelter pets

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 12/06/2022 - 19:26
County agencies want to find homes for shelter pets but they also need food donations for the animals in their care.
Crime watch – Verbal altercation

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 12/06/2022 - 19:17
Crime Watch is culled from reports provided by the Santa Monica Police Department. These are arrests only. All parties are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. On […]
Interim superintendent appointment coming Dec. 15

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 12/06/2022 - 01:30
SMMUSD Board will address Dr. Ben Drati's unexpected departure by appointing an interim and beginning the search process for a full time replacement.
Santa Monica biotech company acquired by AstraZeneca

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 12/06/2022 - 01:28
AstraZeneca will acquire Santa Monica-headquartered Neogene Therapeutics for $320 million and both companies said they want to retain local jobs.
Cross Country runners make finals

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 12/06/2022 - 01:25
Race: For the first time in Samohi’s Cross-country history, the Varsity girls traveled to Fresno this past weekend and ran in the Division 1 State Finals. Phoebe Benun placed 6th […]
SMC Wind Ensemble Presents Concert December 11
Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 12/05/2022 - 23:00
The Santa Monica College Music Department will present a concert featuring the SMC Wind Ensemble. The concert will be held on Sunday, December 11, at 2 p.m. in The Broad […]
SMC Concert Chorale and SMC Chamber Choir Present Live “SMC’s Seasons Celebration” Concert Dec. 9

Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 12/05/2022 - 23:00
The Santa Monica College Music Department is pleased to present the SMC Concert Chorale and SMC Chamber Choir in “SMC’s Seasons Celebration.” Under the direction of SMC music instructor Jeremiah […]